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Kerala Overseas Cricketers to play Veterans in 12th Friendship Cup in Bengaluru

The 12th Friendship Cup pits former Kerala players against each other in Bengaluru on Oct. 24, with KOC captained by Biju Thomas.

By Felo News Desk · Published Mon, 12 Oct 2026 23:04:23 GMT

The Kerala Overseas Cricketers (KOC) team will fly to Bengaluru on Oct. 23, 2026, to take part in the 12th Friendship Cup at Kini Cricket Ground, Bidadi, on Oct. 24, according to Gulf News.

What happened

KOC, a side of former Kerala cricketers, will face the Kerala Veterans Cricketers (KVC) in two matches scheduled for the tournament. The event is supported by the Kerala Cricket Association and continues a tradition that began in 2013.

What the reports add

The article notes that the Friendship Cup aims to reconnect former state players, offering a platform for camaraderie and competitive cricket. This year’s squad is led by captain Biju Thomas and vice‑captain Balaji Narayanan, with sponsorship from Kappal Logistics, Grand, Honest Steel FZCO and Zeens Business Center.

What was said

No direct quotations were provided in the source.

How it came about

The KOC concept was created in 2013 to unite ex‑Kerala cricketers, and the Friendship Cup has been held annually since then, fostering nostalgia and sporting spirit among former teammates.

Key facts

Kerala Overseas Cricketers will travel to Bengaluru on Oct. 23, 2026. (gulfnews.com)
The 12th Friendship Cup will be played on Oct. 24 at Kini Cricket Ground, Bidadi. (gulfnews.com)
KOC will face Kerala Veterans Cricketers in two matches. (gulfnews.com)
Biju Thomas is captain and Balaji Narayanan is vice‑captain of KOC. (gulfnews.com)
The event is sponsored by Kappal Logistics, Grand, Honest Steel FZCO and Zeens Business Center. (gulfnews.com)